The latest series of LCG-AJ flat-bed laser cutters from Kidderminster-based Amada (UK) Ltd (
www.amada.co.uk) can be equipped with the company’s own 2, 3, 4, 6 and 9kW oscillators.
Amada says it was the first manufacturer of laser machines to develop its own fibre laser source, with manufacturing and testing taking place at the company’s Fujinomiya factory in Japan.
Most models in the LCG-AJ range incorporate an automatic nozzle changer for uninterrupted processing, and all are compatible with Amada’s Digital Support System, which not only facilitates the delivery of service support but also allows customers to analyse and compare machine performance.
The working range across the LCG-AJ series extends from 3,070 x 1,550mm (LCG-3015AJ) to 4,070 x 2,050mm (LCG- 3015AJ); positioning speeds up to 170m/min are available — said to be the fastest in its class.
According to Amada, using individual high-power diode modules allows for high beam quality, giving the end user high cutting speeds.
Furthermore, each machine has a light-weight Y-axis carriage with a low centre of gravity. Meanwhile, Amada’s latest AMNC 3i control ensures simple operation with its smartphone-type 21.5in screen; features include on-screen nesting, program scheduling and one-touch set-up features.
LCG-3015AJ machines are fully compatible with Amada’s latest TK L part-picking system, which is said to offer high-speed removal and stacking of finished components. All LCG-AJ machines can be equipped with load/unload systems.